The Australian Contingent: A History Of The Patriotic Movement In New South Wales

The Australian Contingent: A History Of The Patriotic Movement In New South Wales (1885) is a historical account of the patriotic movement in New South Wales, Australia, written by Frank Hutchinson. The book covers the period from the late 1800s to the early 1900s, when the Australian government was actively encouraging young men to enlist in the armed forces to serve in overseas conflicts.Hutchinson provides a detailed account of the formation and deployment of the Australian Contingent, a group of volunteers who were sent to serve in the Sudan War in 1885. The book also covers the broader social and political context of the time, including the rise of nationalism and the development of the Australian identity.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the patriotic movement in New South Wales. Hutchinson draws on a variety of sources, including contemporary newspaper articles, government reports, and personal accounts from soldiers and their families.Overall, The Australian Contingent: A History Of The Patriotic Movement In New South Wales (1885) provides a fascinating insight into the early days of Australian nationalism and the role that the military played in shaping the country's identity. It is an important historical document that will be of interest to anyone interested in Australian history, military history, or the development of national identity.And An Account Of The Despatch Of Troops To The Assistance Of The Imperial Forces In The Soudan.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.